CVE-2017-16370: Critical severity adobe acrobat reader vulnerability
An issue was discovered in Adobe Acrobat and Reader: 2017.012.20098 and earlier versions, 2017.011.30066 and earlier versions, 2015.006.30355 and earlier versions, and 11.0.22 and earlier versions. This vulnerability occurs because of a computation that reads data that is past the end of the target buffer; the computation is a part of the JavaScript engine. The use of an invalid (out-of-range) pointer offset during access of internal data structure fields causes the vulnerability. A successful attack can lead to sensitive data exposure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16370?
CVE-2017-16370 has been classified as a critical vulnerability, potentially allowing for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16370?
To fix CVE-2017-16370, users should update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions provided by Adobe.
Which versions of Adobe software are affected by CVE-2017-16370?
CVE-2017-16370 affects several versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader, including versions earlier than 11.0.22, 2017.012.20098, 2017.011.30066, and 2015.006.30355.
Can CVE-2017-16370 lead to data breaches?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2017-16370 could potentially allow attackers to access sensitive data or compromise the integrity of the system.
What protections are recommended against CVE-2017-16370?
Users are advised to regularly update their software, use security features in Adobe products, and avoid opening untrusted documents.